Buyer, Global Procurement Center

Work Flexibility: Hybrid

What you will do

• Responsible for overseeing contract management and contract analysis
• Maintain master data set up in the transactional systems, including supplier lead time, supplier details, product details and replenishment methodology (MOQS) 
• Communicate forecast requirements to the supply base for finished goods and/or for components and materials
• Ensure all POs are placed according to the rules as agreed with the Account Lead 
• Responsible for the execution and communication of safety stock levels required for raw materials/finished goods to the supply base
• Review data from the supplier in terms of accuracy and ensure the information is aligned with the supplier agreement and complies with the Stryker system of record
• Act as the first line of contact with suppliers to adjust daily or weekly requirements based on the latest supply plan, and as first point of escalation for supplier issues
• Report supplier performance based on standard metrics, prepare and monitor supplier scorecards 
• Communicate phase in/out of new finished goods or raw materials into the organization and ensure timing has been agreed and change is being executed to the agreement 
• Prepare weekly status reports for the demand and supply execution process and represent purchasing function at key meetings
• Track and manage KPIs, including: on time and in full delivery (OTIF), material lead time compliance, PO compression days, PPV, past due invoices and PO’s 
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality and regulatory requirements
• Identify opportunities and lead continuous improvement projects both externally with the supplier and internally within the purchasing function and with key stakeholders
• Serve as subject matter expert in purchasing activities and systems. Train and mentor other team members as needed to ensure customer needs are met
• Demonstrate acumen towards cost, cash flow and risk and problem solve independently to support business needs

What you need

• Degree level in Business/Engineering/Supply Chain management 
• Minimum of 3 years experience in Purchasing, Procurement or Manufacturing 
• Knowledge of English
• Experience with ERP systems ie SAP, Oracle, JDE
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint & Word
• Knowledge of Power BI
• Previous experience in supplier relationship management
• Previous experience in medical device or other regulated industry
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information to suppliers, team members, team leaders, and top management
• Ability to build relationships across multiple functions and levels both internally and externally
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies & cost reduction methodologies

Travel Percentage: None